1966 Moretti 850S vs. 2012 Honda Fit

To start off, 2012 Honda Fit is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Moretti 850S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Moretti 850S would be higher. At 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1966 Moretti 850S. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1966 Moretti 850S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Fit weights approximately 430 kg more than 1966 Moretti 850S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1966 Moretti 850S is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Moretti 850S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda Fit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Honda Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Moretti 850S. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Moretti 850S.

Compare all specifications:

1966 Moretti 850S 2012 Honda Fit
Make Moretti Honda
Model 850S Fit
Year Released 1966 2012
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 767 cc 1500 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 36 HP 117 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 55 Nm 144 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual 5-speed manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 702 kg 1132 kg
Vehicle Length 3640 mm 4105 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1694 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1524 mm
Wheelbase Size 2030 mm 2499 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 30 L 40 L